Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda 

4.8/5 (25 reviews)
 
State licensed
 189 County Road 213, Matagorda, TX 77457, Verenigde Staten

Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda 

 
State licensed
4.8/5 (25 reviews)
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189 County Road 213
Matagorda, TX, Verenigde Staten
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Start your Texas inshore adventure with Bay Finatic. Captain Joe Guerra runs trips out of Matagorda bay TX. He’s been fishing the area for over 15 years and he’s on the water year round.

Capt. Joe welcomes you aboard his 2021 24’ Haynie Cat boat. Bay boat is powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine, she can reach a good speed and get you to any fishing spot in no time. The boat accommodates up to 4 guests.

Your main targets will be the Big Three – Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder. But the fun doesn’t end there. In these waters, you can also find Black Drum and Sheepshead, depending on the season and fishing grounds you visit. Capt. Joe mainly uses drift fishing, structure and reef fishing techniques with popping CorkS. If you want to enjoy your catch to the fullest and take some fresh fillets with you, the captain will clean it for you after the trip.

Your rods, reels and fishing tackle are fully covered by the captain. Live bait is extra charged if you want to use it. But, using the live bait is the best way to catch fish and highly recommended! Since you’ll stay out of choppy waters, these trip are great for kids or guests that aren’t used to boats. You’re required to purchase a fishing license in Texas, so make sure to do it before the trip.

Bay finatic fishing charter is now offering night flounder gigging trips. On this trip you will see amazing wildlife and all that nature has to offer.

Our Flounder boat is powered by a 90 Suzuki motor, along with a 460 cc push fan motor, Top of the line flounder lights that gradually adjust an lamination from warm amber to cool white to increase visibility in clear or muddy water. You will not only be able to gig flounder, you also can get black drum, sheepshead. The boat accommodates up to 3 guests. If you have a 4th person please speak to the captain.
 
With a variety of fishing trips with Bay Finatic, you’ll easily find the one that’s perfect for you. Take a look and then just choose a date

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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 25 reviews
Boot
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.5/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (37)

Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions
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Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions
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Beoordeling van Vissers

17
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

76%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 25 reviews
Showing: 5 of 25 reviews
David A.
David A.
5.0/5

Oct 6, 2025

5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max)

Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions

GECONTROLEERD

Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He made my wife’s birthday giggin trip a total success. I would highly recommend Captain Joe!

Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He...  

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 David A. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
 David A. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan

Hays E.
Hays E.
4.7/5

Feb 17, 2024

5 Hour Trip – Bay (AM)

Top notch.

GECONTROLEERD

Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day. Weather wasn’t great, but he got us on a bunch of reds, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. Highly recommend Captain Joe.

Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day....  

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 Hays E. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
 Hays E. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan

Austin L.
Austin L.

Houston, TX

5.0/5

Oct 9, 2021

7 Hr. Trip – Bay (AM)

Outstanding Fishing Guide

GECONTROLEERD

Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and we were worried that might be bad for fishing, but Joe made sure we kept trying different locations until we had success. At one point we were right on top of a school of Reds which was really cool to see. Joe's boat is brand new and the equipment is state of the art. We went through different areas of the Colorado River with ease and ended up catching a total of 6 fish (Red Drum, Black Drum, Trout, Sheepshead). Joe arrived at the dock super early to make sure we had live bait and was very attentive throughout the whole trip. He gave us tips on how to become better fisherman and we're already excited to book our next outing. Do yourself the favor and go with Joe on your next fishing outing. He's very talented at what he does and he'll be our go-to guide any time we want to go fishing. You're almost guaranteed to have a successful fishing tip!

Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and...  

Captain replied
 Austin L. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
 Austin L. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on October 19, 2021
Thank you Austin i appreciate your review. Had a blast with you guys. Cant wait till next time. Thanks for everything.

Steven F.
Steven F.

Jun 7, 2025

The captain canceled

GECONTROLEERD

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

 


Richard F.
Richard F.

Mustang Ridge, TX

5.0/5

Jun 17, 2023

5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max)

Evening gigging

GECONTROLEERD

This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the fish. If you’re looking for a great captain that will do what it takes, look no further. Highly recommended.

This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the...  

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 Richard F. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
 Richard F. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
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Replied on June 19, 2023
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US $600
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5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max)
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US $650
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7 Hr. Trip – Bay (AM)
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US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip – Bay (PM)
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US $750
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Guided Fishing Tournament Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 25 reviews
Boot
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.5/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (37)

Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions
Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions
Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions
+34

Beoordeling van Vissers

17
2
0
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

93%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

76%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 25 reviews
Showing: 5 of 25 reviews
David A.
David A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Great Trip In Low Visibilty Conditions

GECONTROLEERD

5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max) on October 6, 2025

Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He made my wife’s birthday giggin trip a total success. I would highly recommend Captain Joe!

Captain Joe G. went above and beyond the call to put us on some slabs during equinox tidal conditions that were challenging. He made my wife’s birthday giggin trip a total success. I would highly recommend Captain Joe!  

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 David A. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan

Hays E.
Hays E.
4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

4.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Top notch.

GECONTROLEERD

5 Hour Trip – Bay (AM) on February 17, 2024

Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day. Weather wasn’t great, but he got us on a bunch of reds, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. Highly recommend Captain Joe.

Booked less than 24 hours beforehand (not usually ideal), but he agreed and took my brother and I out on a cold and windy day. Weather wasn’t great, but he got us on a bunch of reds, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. Highly recommend Captain Joe.  

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 Hays E. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan

Austin L.
Austin L.

Houston, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Outstanding Fishing Guide

GECONTROLEERD

7 Hr. Trip – Bay (AM) on October 9, 2021

Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and we were worried that might be bad for fishing, but Joe made sure we kept trying different locations until we had success. At one point we were right on top of a school of Reds which was really cool to see. Joe's boat is brand new and the equipment is state of the art. We went through different areas of the Colorado River with ease and ended up catching a total of 6 fish (Red Drum, Black Drum, Trout, Sheepshead). Joe arrived at the dock super early to make sure we had live bait and was very attentive throughout the whole trip. He gave us tips on how to become better fisherman and we're already excited to book our next outing. Do yourself the favor and go with Joe on your next fishing outing. He's very talented at what he does and he'll be our go-to guide any time we want to go fishing. You're almost guaranteed to have a successful fishing tip!

Captain Joe took my father and I out fishing in Matagorda Bay and we were beyond impressed. The winds were strong all day and we were worried that might be bad for fishing, but Joe made sure we kept trying different locations until we had success. At one point we were right on top of a school of Reds which was really cool to see. Joe's boat is brand new and the equipment is state of the art. We went through different areas of the Colorado River with ease and ended up catching a total of 6 fish...  

 Austin L. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on October 19, 2021
Thank you Austin i appreciate your review. Had a blast with you guys. Cant wait till next time. Thanks for everything.

Steven F.
Steven F.

The captain canceled

GECONTROLEERD

Trip was supposed to happen on June 7, 2025

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

 


Richard F.
Richard F.

Mustang Ridge, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boot

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Algemeen

Evening gigging

GECONTROLEERD

5hr. Night Gigging Trip (4man max) on June 17, 2023

This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the fish. If you’re looking for a great captain that will do what it takes, look no further. Highly recommended.

This was our first time gigging. Captain Joe was very informational on the process. Very low tide, but he kept putting us on the fish. If you’re looking for a great captain that will do what it takes, look no further. Highly recommended.  

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 Richard F. raadt Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda aan
undefined (De Schipper)
Replied on June 19, 2023
Thank you

FAQs about Bay Finatic fishing/Gigging guide/Matagorda

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Haynie Cat
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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